Looking for ideas - 40cm wide space next to stairs
Hello All,
I am looking for all of your brilliant ideas on what to do for the small space I have next to my stairs.
Initially we planned for a thin pull out cupboard ( bag, umbrella, coat hanger or a thin shoe rack ).
However as build progressed and after stair placed they said it's too small to have a pull out cupboard.
Builder is saying they can max have a small nook over there, mainly for keeping any display items.
I'm now lost and hence looking for ideas. I always had found the posts here helpful and hence the post.
Thanks again.
Regards,
C John
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macyjean
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2 years ago
Julie Herbert
2 years agoAgree with bigreader, keeping it empty will highlight your staircase, you could always add a feature floor light, wall lights, a gorgeous artwork or a vertical slat wall that is very popular and stylish, keeping it simple will make a feature of your staircase.
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2 years agoI agree with Macyjean about the builder not wanting to do it, rather than it can't be done. However "save it until later" solutions often never get done and you do need a balustrade or something to make the stair compliant.
I would look at removing the existing wall and rebuilding it abutting the stair. Put the extra space into the powder room which will feel much more spacious. Space is the ultimate luxury.
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2 years agoFind a 40cm deep bookcase and slide it in so you can access books or other items from the staircase.
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